Staff Nurse - Adult Psychiatry Unit (7RC) 60%25 M-F Nights

University of Iowa • Iowa City, IA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

University of Iowa Health Care opened a new psychiatric unit in 2021. This state-of-the-art unit design features private rooms, natural light-filled spaces, open nurses’ station, and exercise rooms. Innovative technology has been integrated into this space to promote a safe environment for staff members and patients. 7RCP is separated into a 12-bed mood disorder unit and a 13-bed general adult psychiatry unit. We utilize an evidence-based, patient-centered, interdisciplinary approach, with contributions from physicians, psychologists, advanced practice providers, master-level therapists, nurses, social workers, dieticians, occupational and recreational therapists, all striving to work collaboratively with patients and families to provide the best possible care. 7RCP features a new and collaborative position, Behavioral Health Consultant, with a goal to elevate the patient and team outcomes. Evidence-based therapeutic modalities utilized on the unit include dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and trauma-informed care.

Requirements

• An Associate’s Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills with patients/families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions.
• General computer skills are required.
• Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required by date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or Masters Degree in Nursing is highly desired.
• If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program is desirable.
• Knowledge of university and hospital policies and procedures is desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide care within the Adult Psychiatry Unit (7RC).
• Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, advanced practice providers, master-level therapists, nurses, social workers, dieticians, occupational and recreational therapists.
• Work collaboratively with patients and families to provide the best possible care.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities including dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and trauma-informed care.

Benefits

• Sign-on incentive of up to $12,500 based on experience.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation.
• Sick leave.
• Health, dental, life and disability insurance options.
• Generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
• Relocation Assistant available to qualified applicants.
• Shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Premium pay for additional shifts greater than 4 hours.
• Inpatient differential of $10,000 per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree